Fact · Typing and writing speed
Apple says that with text replacement, a shortcut becomes a longer phrase or word, and typing the shortcut in a text field replaces it with the chosen text.
Checked against its source on October 16, 2026
In the source's own words
“With text replacement, you can set shortcuts to automatically become longer phrases or words.”
How to use Auto-Correction and predictive text on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, Apple Support, n.d., Set up shortcuts for words or phrases.
Open the original- What it measures
- Apple's example is GM becoming Good morning.
- What it does not show
- Describes the iOS version current when the page was read on 2026-10-16.